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Nick, Here is the link for a set of plans to a Spoke Press for assembling Model T Ford Wheels and Instructions. http://funprojects.com/pdf/WheelpressA2.pdf WOOD SPOKE WHEEL ASSEMBLY PRESS INSTRUCTIONS 1. Lay metal felloe (outside face DOWN) on rubber padded ring. 2. Install 5/8-11 nut & washer then ...

It is my understanding that the herringbone parking, the angled-parallel nose-in parking used in all shopping centers, was first introduced in September 1917 at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY by the New York State Police in the year they were founded.

Any Idea what these Keys Are For?

Thanks in advance for looking.

During the Memorial Day week the image of these 8 suspects were captured while they invaded a Tennessee pizza restaurant.
The masks were made of Model T Ford pattern fabric by one of the wives.

Hank,

Your title of this thread is incorrect. You need to delete the second and fourth words. I GAVE would be more accurate brother!!!

Carry on,
Dom

The previous photo shows a 1918 Washington DC license plate on the passenger side and a Virginia license plate on the driver side. The photo is cut off so the two digit year below VA does not appear.

Hank,

That is not a radiator. Isn't that the pan Patty was cooking the cornbread briskets we had with lunch?

I'm glad you caught it before shipping.

Too bad buddy,
Dom

Gary, The Colorado Mountain Disc Brake instructions and photos for small drum for wood spoke wheels (20 pages) are in the mail to you. Best of luck. Frank, Thanks for posting the links for the Sure Stop Brakes they were interesting and informative. Mark, You posted you would like a copy of the instr...

Gary, I have two sets of instructions. One small drum for wood wheels (17 photos) and one for large drum wire wheels (19 photos). Which do you need? I have to run out to get a new black ink cartridge for my printer this afternoon so I can get this in the mail to you first thing Monday. Have a great ...

Gary,

I have a complete set that have many photos I can copy for you. Give me your mailing address and they will be on their way to you.

Dom

R.V., Please check with the family to insure that the investigating police agency has listed the TRAILER as stolen by both the license plate # and the vehicle identification # which requires 2 separate computer entries because it is likely the thief will toss the plates. I hope it is found and these...

George, I have purchased and use a Harbor Freight Tire Bead Breaker, Item # 92961 that is $54.99. It works well and hangs on my shop wall when not in use. Tire Bead Breaker.jpg IMG_1122.JPG Sorry for the rotated image of hanging bead breaker. It is soooo difficult to get it to hand sideways. :-) Als...

Thank you to the Board for looking out for the health and safety of our members many who are, due to age, in a risk group and also to the Host Committee for their offer to repeat all their set up work for us next year. You are appreciated for volunteering to work on our behalf. Wash your hands, :-) ...

I got a call from Morris Dillow, MTFCI President, this morning indicating after only 4 minutes of discussion the vote was unanimous to cancel the tour. The host committee has offered to put the tour on next year which I think made the decision easier. I believe that the deadline for a full refund wa...

All previous post address packaging. One other consideration, especially heavier items being shipped is WHEN! A friend of mine had piece of equipment shipped on July 3rd in a wooden trunk with metal edges and corners for reinforcement. The trunk arrived on July 8th and was heavily damages with 6" wi...

Hank,

Looking at the attached photo, I can't tell if those headlight buckets are wired in series or parallel.

Please attach a diagram so we can reproduce your work safely.

"Cabin Fever" reaching high level,
Dom

Hank,

Was this project on Patty's - Bucket List?

Sorry brother. I couldn't resist.

Wash your hands,
Dom

Looks like the car in the right background is a Model T. My question is about the ambulance in the foreground.

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The more things change the more they stay the same.

Wash your hands,
Dom

David, Katie is alive and well. I saw her just over a month ago while visiting Luray Caverns in Virginia. BTW she is a new mother and her parents Dennis and Martha are proud grandparents. We who went across the country in 2009 enjoyed and appreciate all of her work to record and preserve our trip of...

Here you go.

It, like all convicts, is innocent. It is just HANGING around.

Ron & Pud, Beautiful family photo on the 41st Anniversary of her 39th birthday. My mother celebrated her 39th birthday anniversary even after we kids passed that age. :-) You are missed my friends since we finished our cross country trip last year. My little granddaughter, Ireland, still talks about...

Tim,

Great shot. We need to share humor at the time. BTW, I see the family resemblance.

Stay safe and wash your hands,

Dom

FYI, I spoke with Jack yesterday about another subject. He mentioned he sold all of these tools and was not going to make more due to the extensive process required to do them right and the loss he took on them. His wife is having health issues so I wanted to save him from the need to reply to multi...

Dan,

Thanks for the link to this very interesting view of history.

Stay safe and wash your hands,
Dom

John, Hank & Chris,

It is not a contest. My Mom and Dad loved one another and Dad was there for more than the conceptions'.

They were mathematic wizards, they proved 1+1=3 18 times.

Have a great day and wash your hands,
Dom

John, I was holding off to see if anyone else would post a photo. I have waited long enough to share this picture of my family's reunion from June 2019. My 1919 Touring was busy giving rides all day. Each of my 17 siblings and I had different color shirts so we knew which grandkids went with each fa...

To add to Peter's work I have typed the Tap & Die document into an MS Excel Spreadsheet to make it more easily read and future updated as needed.

Stay safe and wash your hands,
Dom

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Wayne, Your post above states, "found two thin open end wrenches that fit the U-joint" from your grandfathers old tool box. When you have time could you take a photo of them with a ruler included for scale and post it. This would allow us to know what to look for at flea markets and auctions where o...

John, The gun maker was O. F. Mossberg. Oscar Frederick Mossberg and Sons was founded at Fitchburg, Mass. in 1892. Later it moved to Chicopee Falls, Mass. and moved to its current location in New Haven, CT in 1919. Attleboro is about 70 miles from Fitchburg. How or if it is related to the tool compa...

Keith,

I took a photo of my T and I just after midnight so it would be an early photo but it turned out to be all black.

Sorry for the sick humor, I think I have "Lack of Touringitous."

Stay safe and wash your hands,
Dom

Thanks Wayne for posting the photos of the Wicker T for all to see. A truly unique T.

4 Generations in Model T 1919 Touring - My Dad, Me, my son and grandson in front of our family home.

There was a green wicker bodied Model T Touring or Roadster at the MTFCI National Tour in Baraboo, WI years ago. I wish I had taken a photo of it. If anyone has a photo, please consider sharing.

Thanks,
Dom

Dennis,

You are very correct. Facts do not to cease to exist even if they are ignored.

Have a great day buddies,
Dom

Danny,

We practiced social distancing. I have 2 feet, Hank has 2 feet and Patty has 2 feet so we were 6 feet apart. Additionally I am wired for 110 and Hank is wired for 220 so we have to be grounded separately.

Stay safe,
Dom

Here are 3 different states to add to the total.

Hank,

Thanks for the Bumper I purchased and the tour of the home-40. It was nice to meet you and your bride.

Because we are only an hour apart we will have to start wearing a path back and forth.

You da man,
Dom

WANTED TO BUY - One working wood wheel spoke jack.

Thanks,
Dom

Thank you to the Board of the MTFCA for the support of this project as well as Ron and Bob for a job well done and generous contribution to the hobby. Additionally thank you to Jerry and Kim for delivering and selling copies at the Winter tour last week in Gainesville, FL. This publication will be g...

R.V.,

First of all, thank you for all you do to support us in the hobby. I didn't hear you mention carving out time to spend with your ladies!! Take some time for you after getting the chores done, buddy.

We appreciate you and your notification to manage our expectations.

Have a great day,
Dom

Erik, May the joy of memories made and shared with your Dad surpass the sadness of such a great loss come sooner rather than later. For each of us this time will be different and the emotional rollercoaster works too well so be kind to yourself as it takes you up and down on the road ahead. God bles...

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Allan,

The only thing I have more trouble with than numbers is words, especially when I talk.

You have a wonderful country. I was in your back yard last July when I ran the Gold Coast Marathon. I hope the fires die down for you guys.

Have a great day,
Dom

Kelly,

Could the variation between the two be explained by the difference between the Metric and English systems of measurement?

Sorry I can't answer your question but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to share a little humor.

Drive safely and enjoy the trip,
Dom

Doug, Scott, Jeff, Jim, Frank, Jeff, Henry, Frank, John, Charlie and Leo; Thank you for taking the time to share your information, experience and suggestions. I will need time to digest all you have shared before I take any next step. You all are appreciated for the assistance given. Have a great da...

I have a 1919 Touring with an original 6 volt system running coils. The lights are inadequate for my liking in terms of safety and the fact it has the slight purple headlight lenses. I want to keep the 6 volt ignition system but would like to know if anyone has a diagram for a separate 12 volt syste...

Gary,

Does this include the u bolts and installation instructions?

Thanks,
Dom Denio

Bob,

The red circle in your earlier post shows an outline shadow on the coil holder box that looks similar in shape to the KR Wilson decal pictured below.

Thanks to you and Ron for your support of our hobby members,
Dom Denio

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Chris,

Thank you for all your efforts to keep our members connected.

Happy New Year,
Dom Denio

Any Idea What Year & Make of this NY State Police Car

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Susan,

Thank you for posting the results, also to those who ran and to all who serve and support our hobby.

Merry Christmas,
Dom Denio

Dennis,

Good Job buddy. She is the third Queen to ride with you.

Ms. Martha and Ms. Katie are your real Queens. Has the grandbaby arrived yet?

Merry Christmas,
Dom

Hank, Thank you for your profound words. We all need one another. When I hear of a friend who has experienced the loss of a close loved one I share these words: “May the pain of such a great loss be surpassed by the joy of the memories made and shared, sooner rather than later.” For each of us this ...

Harry, Dan and Elllen Killecut of Hannibal, NY hosted the MTFCI tour in Auburn, NY a few years ago. In the goodie bag had a 5" metal logo like you describe. (See attached image) I'm not sure where or how they were made. Ellen is on the MTFCI Board and can be reached at secretary at modelt dot org. I...

The fourth photo with the driver behind the wheel shows the broken top irons removed. It is logical to determine it is the last photo because the three previous photos show the broken top still connected to the car. Just saying!!!:-)

I have a set of Boyco Service Unit gas, oil and water cans. (two 2 gal. & one 1 gal.) I would like to purchase the running board, clamp on, rack to hold these cans.

Email address is ggunrunratattdotnet
Thanks in advance.
Dom

Joseph,

Thanks for the information in your reply.

Have a great day,
Dom

A Gunkalator Armature

Don, I have just restored (sandblasted, primed and painted) a set of rear springs. On the end of the largest spring eye that same word is impressed with no number. I was wondering if it was the name of the manufacturer/supplier because also impressed on the spring leaf upper surface in two place is ...

Tim,

I'd like to purchase the red & white Water bag under the top saddles if it is still available.

Let me know when you have a chance.

Thanks,
Dom

Peter,

The photos really show how much work you put into those fender mounts. Great job and thanks for sharing. I will have to just copy them and wait for the time I can tackle a set myself.

Have a great day,
Dom

Peter,

Very nice job with the car and the photos. Could you please post photos of the fender mounts and describe the source of parts?

Thanks in advance,
Dom

Mike, I have additional information about the photo that may be of interest. The nine young ladies in he vehicle are the first class of Delta Airline Stewardess on their way to their graduation ceremony. (see banners) :lol: Sorry I couldn't pass up the opportunity to make a few of our forum members ...

Another set of Carbide Generator Directions I found on the internet.

Enjoy,

Dom

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Tim,

Thanks for posting this. Attached is a MS Word document that I typed. Feel free to copy for your use.

Have a great day,
Dom

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Dick,

Thanks for the information. I missed Missouri in my list. Too funny.

Have a great day,
Dom

Dan, I am not familiar with this tour. Because there are numerous locations named Springfield in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, Connecticut, Hawaii, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Utah, Washington and Wyoming, can anyone be more specific? Tha...

Dean,

How about a scale or some measurements?

Dom

Below is pictured a KINGSTON MODEL “L” BRASS CARBURETOR with a Model T NH carburetor below to compare size. (details Below)

LENGTH 5 ¾ “ AIR INLET 1.635” OUTLET 1.38”
Pat May 3, 1904
Pat Mar 8, 1916

Rich, You didn't mention the distance traveled to the Co-op and whether you discovered the loss at the Co-op or after the entire trip, if the can was on the driver side or passenger side of your car. You may want to consider fabricating a device to hang off your running board involving magnetic swee...

Here is another option. Two coats of the Sikkens Light Oak 006 and two coats of the Minwax have held up well for more than 10 years.

Tony, Here is my 1919 New York State Police Troop Car at the grand opening of the National Law Enforcement Memorial Museum. There is a very active group called the Delaware Antique Police Car Club. They may be able to point you in the right direction. My hand crank siren and spot light were located ...

Jeff,

Just a suggestion to help us help you would be to include a yard stick/tape measure next to an item so we have a scale as a size reference.

Best of luck with your quest,
Dom

Bob,

May the pain of such a great loss be surpassed by the joy of memories made and shared sooner rather than latter. Know this time frame is different for each individual and that the emotional roller coaster works all too well but is normal. God bless you and your family.

Sincerely,
Dom Denio

Kenneth,

At the Cookeville Tour Banquet it was announced the 2020 MTFCA National Tour would be in Spoken, WA 7/18-23/20.

Have a great day,
Dom

I am going to attempt to clean and restore several front wheel hubs. I have a combination of ball and roller bearings. All are old, some loose grease and some dried grease. I need to clean and inspect all the components. I'd like to determine which bearings and races should be replaced. So the key q...

To solve the problem I suggest the following. I purchased two of the round mirrors that are below the long 18 wheeler mirrors from a local truck stop. I heated, bent and drilled 1/2 inch strap iron to mount them to the windshield hinge screws.

Best of luck,
Dom

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Tom, It was an honor to serve our guests with the team George and Ramona Akin put together. Members of the Tennessee T’s, MTFCA Board plus their spouses and venue staff such as at the T. B. Sutton General Store, Museum, Garage, Blacksmith Shop in the historic Granville, TN contributed nicely. Teamwo...

Dean,

Thanks for the pictures and updates.

Stay safe,
Dom

Dean, Thanks for sharing the photos. Where is the stream you are crossing? We have a nice one waiting for you here is TN. The temperature here in Chattanooga hit 99 today with a heat index of 106 but a front is expected tonight so the humidity is expected to drop so it should be in the mid 80s next ...

George,

Cookeville is just after prepareville and just before eatville and dessertvillle.

Sorry I just couldn't pass up this one. See you there Dean.

Dom

Mark, More details would be helpful in an attempt to offer a suggestion/suggestions about the situation. Many of us would like to know several facts before offering a response. What is the tire brand, size and any other details? Is there any visual damage to any of the tires - cracking, bulging, gou...

Last week I sent Steve an email thanking him for sharing the information in his post. I also informed him I have taken this information and reworked it into a MS Word document so it is printable for user reference. (see attached)

Dom

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John,

The tabs separating the columns of information did not stay when I submitted the post. Sorry. .I have tried to attach a MS Word document with this information.

Dom

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John, Here is a reference I found but do not remember the source. I hope this will help you. Dom Model T Ford Frame Pocket Guide The square holes can be used to identify the differences in Model T Frames. YEAR # □ HOLES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 1909 - 1913 0 short rear cross member with forged body br...

The photo shows the failure of the reverse drum I experienced over 10 years ago with Kevlar bands. I drive my T between 25 to 35 MPH and was in highway traffic when it exploded.

My only question to anyone concerned would be, wasn't the Model T Ford recently named the "Car of the Century"?

Have a great day,
Dom

As we progress or digress it is important to determine where we are.

Sometimers is half of halfhimers; halfhimers is half of Alltimers

I mean dementia.

Best of luck with your assessment.

Another 2 cents for you, In my experience WD 40 over time may cake up or solidify creating more of a problem than it was intended to solve. There is a product sold under the name "Break-Free" that is a Teflon impregnated penetrant, lubricant and preservative. It has worked well in many applications ...

Bob,

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and artistry with us. You contribution now and back in December are appreciated and will be included with my reference material.

Have a great day,
Dom

Tim, Attached are several photos of my open and closed trailers that both use 2" wide, 3 ft. long metal straps with two angled wings (3rd photo) that go over each tire to hold my T down during transport. I do use the hand brake in addition to the tie downs. The enclosed trailer channel on the right ...

Andre,

You are looking for the following brackets. Lang's Old Car Parts sell a pair of these on-line. The part # is 3640-41B.

Below is a photo of the brackets from their website.

Best of luck,
Dom

Dan,

Once again you pull a "rabbit out of the hat." You are amazing and your willingness to share information is commendable. I don't need to learn another thing today.

My best to Julia too,
Dom

As Leo said...

We offer three kinds of service:
GOOD – FAST – CHEAP
You can pick any two
GOOD, FAST service won’t be CHEAP
FAST, CHEAP service won’t be GOOD
CHEAP, GOOD service won’t be FAST

Feel free to copy, paste and print for the uneducated.

Enjoy,
Dom

Thomas,

Thanks for the additional photos. Unfortunately, after looking I don't see anything that would help me identify it.

Nice horn though!!!

Dom

Greg, I would consider fabricating a box that could be set into place to replace the rear seat cushion. That box could raise the seating area equal in height with the top of the rear arm rests that extends wide enough to accommodate all four so they are raised up to be better seen and the extended s...

Thomas,

How much would it cost

for more photos of the horn. Front, opposite side, bracket for starts would help us help you.

Have a great day,
Dom

Chris & Jeff,

Thank you for fighting on the Cyber Front for us. My wood fired laptop has that HICKORY SMOKED flavor because it is powered by burning old spokes.

Keep up the good work men.

Sincerely,
Dom

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